Why to visit Singapore Botanic Garden
The Singapore Botanic Gardens is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a national icon. A tiny tropical rainforest, a ginger garden, and an orchid garden are part of the city's nature appeal. The tropical rainforest is one of the few remaining patches of original jungle on the island, with more than 300 species of vegetation. The tallest trees reach a height of roughly 40 metres. Jacob Ballas Children's Garden is also located within the botanic gardens, where your children can play while learning about plant life. Keep an eye out for Tembusu, a native plant that has been estimated to be over 150 years old.
Since 1859, the National Orchid Garden has been a part of the Singapore Botanic Gardens, with 1,000 species and 2,000 hybrids. Despite the fact that just 600 species and hybrids are on display, it is still the world's largest display of tropical orchids. This attractive spot is ideal for viewing exotic plants, trees, and flowers, as well as a variety of colourful birds and insects. Oriental pied hornbills, spotted wood owls, scarlet sunbirds, and stork-billed kingfishers are among the birds attracted to the area by the ponds and lakes. Geese, black swans, and ducks have all built their homes in the gardens.
The Singapore Botanic Gardens are best visited early in the morning or late in the afternoon, as it may be rather hot during the day. Many people come to exercise and practise tai chi before the gate opens at 5 a.m. (which is a pretty interesting scene to observe). Many families picnic here on a regular basis, especially on weekends.
